Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach

Job Responsibilities

This is a full-time, 12-month position responsible for all phases of the swimming program in a manner compatible with department and University philosophies.

Responsibilities:

The following primary responsibilities will include:

• recruitment of prospective student-athletes in coordination with Office of Admissions

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Head Men's and Women's Swimming Coach

Job Responsibilities

This is a full-time, 12-month position responsible for all phases of the swimming program in a manner compatible with department and University philosophies.

Responsibilities:

The following primary responsibilities will include:

• recruitment of prospective student-athletes in coordination with Office of Admissions
• practice and contest planning and execution, and contest scheduling
• coaching, mentoring, and retaining student-athletes
• compliance with NCAA Division II, GLVC, and University rules and regulations
• managing swimming operations budget including equipment, travel, recruiting, etc.
• fundraising and alumni relations, community and campus engagement, and media relations and outreach.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications include: a bachelor’s degree in course of study related to the occupational field; demonstrated effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; collegiate swimming coaching and/or competing experience; knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules; commitment to academic success and student-athlete well-being. Also must be able to travel overnight for competition with most travel occurring during weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include: a master’s degree; NCAA coaching/recruiting experience; and understanding of the Division II philosophy.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S299P | | Open Date | 02/23/2026 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefit... .

Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.

Review of applications will begin March 5, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. | | Salary | The annual starting salary range for this position is $59,000-$63,500. | | Non Discrimination Statement |
Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.

Truman is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 orhrstaff@truman.edu. |

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents 1. Undergraduate Transcripts 2. Additional Undergraduate Transcripts 3. Other Documents 4. Graduate Transcripts

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